Market Overview
Properties for rent in The Bridges, Shams Abu Dhabi, offer spacious homes ranging from 650 to 1,400 sqft, with an average size of 1,000 sqft. Many properties have views of water, while most feature balconies, built-in wardrobes, central AC, and maids' rooms. Residents benefit from shared gyms, pools, covered parking, security, lobbies, and children's play areas. Monthly rents start at AED 18,000, averaging AED 26,000, with yearly prices affordable at AED 153,000 on average.
Nearby Lifestyle and Amenities
The Bridges sits in the heart of Shams Abu Dhabi on Al Reem Island, a modern Aldar community of six residential towers positioned between the canal and one of the island’s best green spaces. Buyers and renters are drawn to its combination of new-build apartments, park and water views, and quick access to everyday conveniences, making it popular with professionals, couples, and young families who want an urban island address close to the city’s business districts.
Day-to-day living is easy here. The development offers contemporary facilities such as swimming pools, well-equipped gyms, children’s play areas, multi-purpose courts, and secure parking, with concierge and 24/7 security typical of the towers. Right across the street is Reem Central Park, a landscaped waterfront park with jogging paths, shaded lawns, skate features, playgrounds, a mosque, fitness areas, and a café-lined promenade. Reem Beach (also called Shams Beach) is nearby for casual seaside time, and the island’s waterfront paths are popular for cycling and e-scooters.
Shopping and dining options are extensive within a short drive or quick taxi ride. Shams Boutik serves daily needs with cafés, pharmacies, salons, and convenience stores. Reem Mall brings a full-scale hypermarket, fashion, dining, and family entertainment, including the Snow Abu Dhabi indoor snow park. Just over the bridge on Al Maryah Island, The Galleria offers luxury retail, a supermarket, cinemas, and a wide range of restaurants, while the waterfront dining at both Al Maryah and Reem adds weekend variety.
Connectivity is a major advantage. Al Reem Island is linked by multiple bridges to Al Maryah Island and the Abu Dhabi main island, putting the ADGM financial district, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and Corniche-area offices within a 5–15 minute drive depending on traffic. Public buses run through Shams Abu Dhabi to central Abu Dhabi, and taxis and ride-hailing are readily available. Abu Dhabi International Airport is typically 25–35 minutes by car via the main highway network.
Families benefit from strong education and healthcare access. Repton School Abu Dhabi operates on Al Reem Island (from early years through secondary), complemented by a choice of nurseries such as Redwood Montessori Nursery. Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is located within the Al Reem community for higher education. For medical needs, Reem Hospital and Burjeel Day Surgery Center are on the island, with the world-class Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi on neighboring Al Maryah.
Apartments at The Bridges range from studios to three-bedroom layouts with open-plan living, balconies, and contemporary finishes, and many units enjoy canal, park, or skyline views. The setting balances a lively, walkable environment with the privacy and security of a managed community. For investors, demand is underpinned by proximity to major employment hubs and the appeal of new-build amenities in an established island location. For end-users, the combination of waterfront leisure, modern facilities, and quick city access makes The Bridges a compelling place to live in Abu Dhabi.